Bastar, Nov. 8 -- Chhattisgarh Finance Minister OP Choudhary on Sunday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for celebrating Diwali with security personnel in the Naxal-affected Bastar region, describing the decision as a matter of pride and good fortune for the entire state.

Choudhary said the Prime Minister's life has been dedicated to serving the country and society and that he has consistently prioritised national interests over personal celebrations. He noted that whether it is Holi, Diwali or his birthday, Modi has always placed the nation first.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi's life has been dedicated to the service of the country and society. Whether it is Holi, Diwali or his birthday, he prioritises national intere...